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Special Supplement: 75 Years of The Catholic Free Press – View here.Read More -
June 25
With the decree, Bishop McManus promulgated the seventh edition of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services, or ERDs, as particular law in the Worcester diocese, effective July 1.Read More -
June 25
As of Wednesday, the Partners in Charity Appeal had raised $4,101,734, achieving 84 percent of its $4.8 million goal and leaving $780,452 needed to reach the diocesan target. The appeal has received 806 more gifts and $396,355 more in contributions than it had by this time last year.Read More -
June 24
(OSV News) – Ahead of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ annual observance of Religious Freedom Week, OSV News spoke with Emily Schumacher-Novak, associate director of education and outreach for the USCCB’s Secretariat of Justice and Peace.Read More -
June 24
MARLBOROUGH – Sister Yvette Beford, SSA, (Sr. Marie Anne Alma) 98, a Sister of St. Anne died June 17 at Alliance Health at Marie Esther in Marlborough following a decline in health.Read More -
June 19
On Saturday, June 6, Noah Hajdu carried a 130-pound wooden cross to the top of Mount Wachusett to honor Jesus Christ.Read More -
June 18
The “Remembrance Garden Healing with Hope,” on the lawn between Sacred Heart of Jesus Church and its parish office building, was blessed Sunday by the pastor, Father William C. Konicki, with parishioners’ help. Children placed candles on the block-like pavers engraved with names of deceased or living persons, or inspirational quotes.Read More
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National Catholic Register
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SEEphotos7171 When the Lord Jesus distinguished the things of God from the things of Caesar, he was teaching that Caesar’s writ is limited. COMMENTARY: It...
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Simone Risoluti The cardinals gather for Mass with Pope Leo at St. Peter’s Basilica on June 26, 2026, during their consistory. Participants highlight benefits...
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RONALDO SCHEMIDT Cape Verde players celebrate after the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia in Houston on June 26, 2026. The game...
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Pilgrims hike to the top of Mount Cristo Rey for Mass in the Diocese of Las Cruces, New Mexico, on June 28, 2026. The mountain has become the site of a dispute...
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Around the DioceseWhat's Happening
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Wednesday, July 1, 6:00 AM - 8:00 PMAdoration will be held 6 a.m.-8 p.m., Wednesdays, in the Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church, 135 Nichols St. All are welcome. Volunteer for an hour a week, an hour a month, or be placed on a substitute list. Contact Anne Roberts 978-632-4075.Read More
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Wednesday, July 1, 9:00 AMSt. Mary of the Assumption Parish will hold first Wednesday devotions to the Most Chaste Heart of St. Joseph for those wishing to obtain the promised special graces for the sick and dying. The St. Joseph Chaplet will be prayed after the 9 a.m. Mass in the St. Joseph Chapel of the parish center, 17 Winter St. (livestreamed at stmarymilford.org/live-streamed-masses) For information call 508-473-2000.Read More
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Wednesday, July 1, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PMThe Cancer Support Rosary Group of the North American Martyrs Parish is a gentle and welcoming space for individuals living with cancer. Carlene Sherbourne, (a parishioner of North American Martyrs who brings both personal experience and deep faith to this ministry) will facilitate weekly meetings from 4:30–5:30 p.m. and will be offered in a hybrid format: via Zoom and in person at NAM Church, 8 Wyoma Dr. To register contact Carlene at 774-696-4812 or [email protected]. CLICK FOR DETAILS.Read More
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Wednesday, July 1, 7:00 PMSt. Peter Parish, 39 Church Ave., will hold a weekly bible study Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the parish hall. Fr. Michael Lavallee will facilitate these sessions reflecting on the gospel for the coming Sunday and more. CLICK FOR DETAILS.Read More
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Wednesday, July 1, 7:00 PMSt. Anne Parish, 20 Boston Road, will hold a monthly 24-hour eucharistic adoration beginning 7 p.m. Tuesday (Jan. 6) and ending with a 7 p.m. healing Mass on the first Wednesday (Jan. 7) of the month.Read More
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Thursday, July 2A pro-life Mass will be celebrated by Father Tony Kazarnowicz at 11 a.m., Thursdays, in the Problem Pregnancy chapel, followed by recitation of the Latin rosary on the sidewalk across the street from Planned Parenthood, 475 Pleasant St.Read More
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ongoing EventsDIVINE MERCY MINISTRY TO SENIORS: Volunteers are needed to spread Jesus’ message of Divine Mercy to seniors in local nursing homes and assisted living facilities. As a volunteer prayer group leader, you would lead a weekly 30-minute Divine Mercy prayer group using a simple prepared model of readings, prayers, and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. If you feel that the Lord is calling you to this ministry of mercy, contact Mary Higgins 413-552-7231 or [email protected].
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Ignatian Volunteer Corps (IVC) New England is interviewing applicants now for fall openings. IVC Service Corps Members combine direct service opportunities at non-profits serving those in need in our communities with monthly spiritual reflection in the Jesuit tradition. Volunteers, 50 years of age and better, serve two full days/week from September through June. For more information and an application, contact IVC New England Director Dave Hinchen: [email protected].
DO YOU LIKE TO SING? The Jolly Jills (and a few Jacks) are a group of men and women who visit 4 nursing homes in Worcester on Tuesdays to bring joy to the residents. They are looking for some new voices to join them. If interested, contact Linda at [email protected] for more information.
NEED MARRIAGE HELP? Retrouvaille (retro-vi) has helped tens of thousands of couples struggling in their marriage. For information on upcoming weekends visit HelpOurMarriage.org or call 508-271-7155.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL-FREE PICK UP: The Society of St. Vincent de Paul of Worcester County is now offering free curb side pick-up of clothing, shoes, books and household items. To schedule a free home pick-up, visit svdpworcester.org and scroll to “Schedule a Home Pick-Up." Or contact our partner (CMRK) at 508-474-8966. The funds received go to help our neighbors in need with (but not limited to) food, clothing, rent and utilities.
DIVINE MERCY CENACLE-CLINTON: The Divine Mercy Prayer Cenacle of St. John, Guardian of Our Lady Parish prays for all requests, but especially for the seriously ill and the dying. Submitted prayer requests by phone at 978-733-0090 or email at [email protected]. Cenacle members receive your requests immediately and pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy for your intentions.POLISH FOOD ANYTIME- DUDLEY: St. Andrew Bobola Church, 54 West Main St., continues to offer prepackaged, frozen kielbasa, golabki, kapusta/bigos and pierogi for sale. For prices or to order anytime, call the rectory at 508-943-5633.
PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION- WEBSTER: Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish holds perpetual adoration in its Blessed Sacrament Chapel, 17 E. Main St. 9 p.m.-6 a.m. scheduled adorers only (door is locked). Contact Jeanne Guerin 508-208-9064. Consider becoming a scheduled adorer or substitute.
ESL CLASSES- WORCESTER: St. Bernard Church, 228 Lincoln St., conducts English as a Second Language classes twice a year on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Contact Meaghan O’Sadnick at [email protected].
CAN & BOTTLE DRIVE- WORCESTER: The St. Bernard’s KofC conducts an ongoing can and bottle drive to support the after-school program. Cleaned redeemables can be left in the specified box at the entrance of the church, 228 Lincoln St.
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